What is another word for Astrovirus?
Pronunciation: [ˈastɹəvˌa͡ɪɹəs] (IPA) 
Astrovirus is a type of virus that mainly affects the human gastrointestinal system. It causes symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps. The word "Astrovirus" has several synonyms, including Astroviridae, Mamastrovirus, and Human astrovirus. Astroviridae refers to the family of viruses that Astrovirus belongs to. Mamastrovirus is another term used to describe Astrovirus because it usually infects mammals, including humans. Human astrovirus is a specific term used to refer to the Astrovirus strain that infects humans. All these synonyms help researchers and healthcare professionals reference and identify the virus in medical literature and diagnose and treat infections.
